This series looks at the people who make innovation a reality every day. These individuals are redefining innovation at top global companies by injecting employees and customer input into everyday business processes to uncover transformative innovation.

This exclusive interview with Erick Kobres, Director of NCR Software Labs, gives an insider look at how NCR Corp. (NYSE: NCR) is applying innovation processes within the business in a systematic, repeatable manner. NCR is an American computer hardware and electronics company that provides products and services that enable businesses to connect, interact, and transact with their customers. Focusing their innovation program to examine breakthrough or disruptive innovation, NCR is tackling innovation with the future in mind. Ultimately, Erick's goal for their innovation program is to break the 'business-as-usual' mindset in a systematic way. Through dedication and visionary leadership, Kobres exemplifies what it means to be an Innovation Champion.

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